Modiwl SXU-1003:Understanding Society

Ffeithiau’r Modiwl

Rhedir gan School of History, Philosophy and Social Sciences

20 Credyd neu 10 Credyd ECTS

Semester 1

Trefnydd:
Dr Corinna Patterson

Amcanion cyffredinol

This module introduces students to sociology and provides a foundation for further study in the subject. It begins with a general overview of the ways in which sociologists have made sense of the world we live in and how they construct theories to explain the patterns and regularities of social life. It examines the nature of 'society' and processes of historical change and it explores the origins and development of social institutions such as the family, education, work and religion.

The module aims:
1. To introduce students of varying backgrounds to the 'sociological imagination', focusing on key theories, concepts and topics in sociology.
2. To consider the nature and definition of 'society', and the types of social classification and social groupings of which it is made up, including social class, gender and race.
3. To examine the causes and consequences of social change, including urbanization, modernization, and globalization.
4. To investigate the origins and development of social institutions such as the educational system and the nation state.
5. To discuss the nature and role of culture in social life and in relation to social behaviour and social identity.
6. To explore the processes of social interaction and collective behaviours between people in terms of socialization and collective actions associated with social movements.

Cynnwys cwrs

This module introduces students to Sociology. The module runs over Semester One, giving students a comprehensive sociological foundation to some of the key sociological issues and debates.

The module introduces following aspects of social sciences:

Semester 1  The nature of social sciences and relations between key disciplines and methods  Interaction and communication  Life course and the family  Gender and socialization  Culture and media  Social stratification, education and work  Organizations and institutions (the politics of welfare)  Globalization  The environment and urbanization  Political sociology and social movements.

Meini Prawf

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Threshold = D- to D+. Students will show a very basic understanding of sociological perspectives on society, social institutions, culture, identity and social interaction and will have only done a minimum of reading and research, relying too heavily on basic text books and lecture notes and poor sources. their work will be lacking critical or analytical analysis, and contextual understanding and structure and coherence is likely to be weak.

Students in the higher band of C- to C+ must demonstrate some ability to critically evaluate academic text; show an ability to engage with the topic in a factual, evidence-based way; presenting their work logically and clearly.

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Good = B- to B+. Students must demonstrate the ability to examine and evaluate a range of academic texts; demonstrate a substantial understanding of sociological perspectives on society, social institutions, culture, identity and social interaction, using a range of sources; to demonstrate the ability to summarize some of the main theoretical perspectives; to present their work in a logical, evidenced-based and clear manner.

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Excellent = A- to A*. Students must demonstrate an exceptional understanding of sociological perspectives on society, social institutions, culture, identity and social interaction; use a range of sources; must demonstrate the ability to examine and critically evaluate a wide range of academic texts; present their arguments in a logical, evidence-based and well communicated manner.

Canlyniad dysgu

Identify and apply key theories and concepts in Sociology.

Understand the origins and development of social institutions in contemporary society.

Demonstrate an understanding of social continuities, change and diversity.

Discuss ways in which social life is ordered and shaped in the context of culture, social identities and social interaction.

Dulliau asesu

Math

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Disgrifiad

Pwysau

TRAETHAWD

1,500 Word Essay

Students will be required to write a 1,500 word essay

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GWAITH CWRS

Mid-term Assignment

Students will be required to read a sociological quote and answer four questions relating to the topics covered in class.